Ability Checks, Advantage & Disadvantage | Game Master Companion 5e

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Rules-complex transactions made a little easier

Ability Checks

Here are just some of the reasons why advantage or disadvantage could apply to an ability check.

Reasons for Advantage

You work with another on the task
You benefit from a spell
You use a helpful tool
GM discretion
GM grants you inspiration

Reasons for Disadvantage

Environmental conditions
You suffer a debilitating condition
You are encumbered (variant rule)
GM discretion
You lack armor proficiency

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